MBFWA Buyer's Diary 2012 - Day Two

Day Two

Staff Style File


Nicole wore Bassike top, Willow Pants & Repetto Heels

Elin wears Gary Bigeni Skirt, Ellery top, Repetto Heels, Sass & Bide Clutch, Karen Walker Sunglasses

Kendall wears Josh Goot skirt, Jac & Jack Knit, Equipment shirt, Alexander Wang heels, Alexander Wang bag, Mania Mania ring, Karen Walker Sunnies

(Photo taken by Breakfast with Audrey)

Tuesday morning started in typical "fashion week fashion", excuse the pun, with our team franticly trying to get our butts to Alexandria by 9am for the first show of the day. Little Helena joined us today and we were super excited to have her with us, she was definitely the stand out style icon in her Mama & Papa outfit with matching fur clogs and sparkly socks. We made it on time to the amazing location which tripled as a restaurant, homewares shop and fashion runway. The collection was romantic and whimsical with pastels and prints and plenty of laser cutting. The swimwear was particularly cute and frilly with plenty of cut outs and off the shoulder designs - we look forward to examining the collection closely in our showing. Fashion bloggers lined the front row, again I spotted Style Me Romy & Tuula among the crowd. We were lucky enough to meet Jess Stein from Tuula after the show and grab a quick snap of her outfit - take note of the to die for Isabel Marant jeans.

Brekky treats

Ready for the show

Bloggers with iPhones poised

Extreme laser cutting

Finale

Helena rocking "Boho Chic"

The gorgeous Jess Stein from tuula

Models post show

Susie Bubble

Nicole & Helena on to the next show

Time to zoom our way to MBFWA headquarters at the Overseas Passenger Terminal, find a sneaky park at The Rocks and try not to trip in our heels on the cobble stone paths. We arrived with enough time for a refreshing drink on the balcony and the sunshine made for a beautiful 10 minutes of relaxation and a quick team snap. We entered "the box" where Flowers for a Vagabond (by the talented Toby Maclean - take note of the last name ;) ) was being shown in a dark, misty intimate setting. The collection was very impressive, be sure to keep an eye out for some pieces next season. We loved the cut out leggings and pops of pink. 

Beautiful harbour

The team

Last show for the day was Michael Lo Sordo and my gosh wasn't it a stand out. Definitely my favourite so far (with Manning Cartell coming a close second place). Prints on silk and beautiful structured pieces were the inspiration. Very Dion Lee / Josh Goot but still with Michael's personal flare extremely evident.

The show was packed with celebs - Ruby Rose, Fashion Toast's Rumi Neely, Harper & Harley's Sarah, Kirstie Clements, Candice Lake.. I could go on forever. The collection was shown in The Apollo, such a beautiful location and the decore of the restaurant really added to the intimate show. We loved the sheer white dresses, bold prints on structured Blazers, sneaky bold crop tops and sharp shapes.

Rumi Neely & Ruby Rose

Harper & Harley

Kirstie Clements

Michael's Finale

After the buzz of Michael's show we took our hungry tummies and sore feet to Fratelli Fresh for lunch.

What a beautiful way to end such a fun filled day. Day two down, bring on Wednesday!

Kendall xx

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Be Our Valentine x

McLean are all loved up this week and we've put together a Valentine's Day post filled with outfit ideas for the ladies and gift ideas for the gents.

 "Love me long time" in a romantic maxi dress from McLean and Page this Valentine's Day. Michael Lo Sordo captures devotion in a dress with this full bodied, floorlength maxi gown on sale for $495.

Turn heads in this lemon, low back maxi on sale for only $370 and designed by the masters themselves, Anna & Boy. This tastefully sexy number shows off the perfect amount of skin for a balmy summer date.

Look picture perfect in this pretty Shakuhachi dress with a flirty combination of pink & beige on sale for $260. 

Test their wandering eye in this divine, blue maxi skirt with split panels climbing the thigh. Pair with a simple top and sexy Orbell sandals for a lovely arvo lunch. Skirt reduced to $495.

Keep it "Short n Sweet" in a mini dress from McLean and Page.

Tease your man in this sweet as pie mini by T.R Ensemble featuring love heart neckline and babydoll skirt. Match with Repetto ballet flats & you will look good cute enough to eat!

Feel pretty in pink wearing this one shoulder silk Therese Rawsthorne number on sale for $330. Match with new 'OMG' fur belt ($95) & Bone Necklace ($390) for a more figure hugging, edgy look.

Make hearts race in this lace Lover skirt (now $245) teamed with Michael Lo Sordo silk top (now $135) and gunmetal Mezi necklace ($400). Trust us, your Lover with LOVE you in anything by Lover.

Be the belle of the ball in this to die for, make-your-heart-melt, daring and dangerously sexy "Serpent Dress" ($815).

For those on a tighter budget, get your claws onto the "Labrynth Mini Dress" in black, on sale for $480 and only two left!

Here at McLean and Page, we know the way to a girls heart. So Boys, pay attention:

Let her wear her heart on her sleeve with this "Je T'aime" bracelet by Vanrycke ($85). Available in delicate silk with stirling silver pendant. 

You'll make her heart tick with one of our Toy Watches ($350), available in a variety of fun, flirty colours.

Boys, you'll have it in the bag if you buy her one of our new Orbell leather totes ($300). Alternatively, these Orbell sexy snake skin clutches ($200) are the perfect match for a girl traveling light. 

If all else fails, nothing says 'be mine' more than a love letter. You can't go wrong with a gift voucher and personalised message from us here at McLean & Page. Call us to organise a gift voucher or make a purchase over the phone on (02) 9976 3277.

We wish you a Happy Valentines Day!

Lots of love,

Kendall x

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